Canada and China leaders meet in Beijing to ease escalating trade tensions
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe will travel to Beijing on Tuesday for a three-day visit. The trip aims to address ongoing trade tensions between Canada and China. Both leaders will hold discussions with Chinese officials to strengthen economic ties.
The relationship between the two nations has faced difficulties in recent months. China introduced high tariffs on Canadian canola after Canada imposed levies on Chinese electric vehicles. Additional duties were later placed on Canadian peas, pork, and certain seafood products in response to Canada’s tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminium.
Premier Moe previously visited China in September to explore solutions to the trade dispute. This week’s meetings will build on those efforts. He has emphasised the importance of a strong Canada-China relationship, particularly for Saskatchewan’s economy. While the schedule includes talks with Chinese officials, no meetings with President Xi Jinping have been confirmed for either leader.
The visit marks another step in recalibrating trade relations between Canada and China. Discussions will focus on resolving tariff disputes and fostering cooperation. Both sides hope to find common ground during the three-day trip.
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